Last night all alone in a barroom I met a girl with a drink in her handShe had ruby red lips coal black hair and eyes that would tempt any manThen she came and sat down at my table and as she placed her soft hands in mineI found myself wanting to kiss her for temptation was flowing like wineAnd I was almost persuaded to strip myself of my prideAlmost persuaded to push my conscience aside

Then we danced and she whispered I need youTake me away from here and be my manThen I looked into her eyes and I saw it the reflection of my wedding bandAnd I was almost persuaded to let strange lips lead me onAlmost persuaded but your sweet love made me stop and go home